Universities that specialize in supporting a single industry would provide greater student value and industry support.
Filed under: Labor markets, Political economy, Progressive Center, public policy | Tagged: academic, industry, specialization, strategy, university | Leave a Comment »
Improved business productivity and better labor and investment decision-making have reduced the demand for labor.
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High income suburbs invest in high levels of services to deliver a strong return on investment.
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Based on historical trends, Indiana will grow by 25%, reaching a population of 8 million in 2050. The growth will be highly concentrated in 10-20 urban counties.
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Labor and tax law changes could greatly increase the incentives to hire staff and provide a better unemployment safety net.
Filed under: business cycle, Labor markets, Political economy, Progressive Center, public policy | Tagged: benefits, competitiveness, employee status, hiring, incentives, insurance, internships, jobs, labor laws, leave, liabilities, medical benefits, overtime, productivity, retirement, risks, safety net, standard of living, tax laws, taxes, transaction costs, unemployment | Leave a Comment »
Creating a “jobs boom” is within the power of the government if the legislators and president are ready to create confidence in the government and economy, incentivize job creation and business investments, make a long-term commitment to transportation/energy and stimulate the government and not-for-for profit sector.
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Our knowledge of economics has broadened and deepened since Adam Smith outlined the functioning of an invisible hand in markets. Our ability to translate that knowledge into public policy lags severely.
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The 2010 elections have begin in earnest, with the Republicans making more than usual progress towards mid-term gains. Will the populist uprising of the “Tea Party” movement help or harm the GOP?
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Tough economic times increase the demand for redistribution of income. Significant changes threaten to do more long-term harm than good for most who benefit from a growing economy.
Filed under: business cycle, growth, Labor markets, Political economy, Progressive Center, public policy | Tagged: economic growth, redistribution, taxation, top 1% | Leave a Comment »
